ginebra
/xiˈnebɾa/feminine
The English phrase "gin" is translated into Spanish as ginebra.
ginebra refers to the alcoholic beverage known as gin.
Meaning: alcoholic beverage (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun ginebra is feminine and is preceded by the feminine article la when you want to say "the gin" (la ginebra).
How do you pronounce it?
/xiˈnebɾa/
Did you know?
- The Spanish word ginebra is closely related to the name of the Swiss city 'Geneva' due to the historical trade routes of the spirit.
- When ordering a gin-tonic in Spain, it is common to see a large, balloon-shaped glass known as a copa. This is distinct from the tall, straight glasses used for other mixed drinks.
- In Spain, a popular way to order a gin and tonic is as a gin-tonic. While ginebra is the formal name of the spirit, the English word 'gin' is frequently used in bars and on menus.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría un gin tonic con ginebra.I would like a gin and tonic with gin.
- La ginebra es mi bebida favorita.Gin is my favorite drink.
- ¿Tienes diferentes marcas de ginebra?Do you have different gin brands?
- La ginebra está en la nevera.The gin is in the fridge.
- Prefiero la ginebra con tónica.I prefer gin with tonic.
- Compré una botella de ginebra nueva.I bought a new bottle of gin.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are ordering drinks at a bar.
- Lucía¿Qué vas a beber, Javier?What are you going to drink, Javier?
- JavierVoy a pedir una ginebra fría.I am going to order a cold gin.
- LucíaYo prefiero un vino blanco.I prefer a white wine.
- JavierPerfecto, pidamos las bebidas ahora.Perfect, let's order the drinks now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “gin” translations and entries ginebra, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ginebra, CC BY-SA 4.0.
